Scroggin Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lipker Dam Biltoft Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Scroggin Dam, located in Nuckolls, Nebraska, is a private irrigation structure designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1963.
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Summary
With a dam height of 16 feet and a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet, the dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation for agricultural activities in the region. The dam is regulated by the Nebraska Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality.
Despite its low hazard potential, Scroggin Dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, indicating potential maintenance or repair needs. The dam has a drainage area of 0.5 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 359 cubic feet per second. In the event of an emergency, the dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status is currently unclear, highlighting the importance of proactive risk management measures for the structure.
Located on TR-Turtle Creek, Scroggin Dam plays a crucial role in providing water resources for irrigation in the area. As climate change continues to impact water availability and usage patterns, the maintenance and safety of structures like Scroggin Dam are vital for sustainable water management in Nebraska. The collaboration between private owners, regulatory agencies, and designers will be key in ensuring the long-term effectiveness and resilience of this essential water resource infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
415 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TURTLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
125 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
17 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Scroggin Dam